Past instructors and classes
Take a look at some of our previous instructors, classes, and photo walks:
Randy Kerr
Travel and Nature Photography class - 2021 class
Explore the elements of nature, floral, wildlife, and soulful travel portraits through 11 assignments scripted to address both the art and science of image capture.
Randy Kerr developed the global, award-winning Westway Method of Photography, and authored “The Compass Code.” He taught this methodology at The Ladybird Johnson Wildflower Center in Austin, Texas, and has photographed Texas and national public servants along with grand-opening events such as The National Wildflower Research Center, The Bob Bullock Museum, and the Austin Convention Center. His photographs hang in 27 countries around the world and have been seen on ABC World News, NBC Today and the History Channel.
Travel and Nature Photography class - 2021 class
Explore the elements of nature, floral, wildlife, and soulful travel portraits through 11 assignments scripted to address both the art and science of image capture.
Randy Kerr developed the global, award-winning Westway Method of Photography, and authored “The Compass Code.” He taught this methodology at The Ladybird Johnson Wildflower Center in Austin, Texas, and has photographed Texas and national public servants along with grand-opening events such as The National Wildflower Research Center, The Bob Bullock Museum, and the Austin Convention Center. His photographs hang in 27 countries around the world and have been seen on ABC World News, NBC Today and the History Channel.
Harrison Funk
Portrait Lighting - 2019 class
As Michael Jackson's personal photographer, Harrison Funk will show how to photograph portraits of the stars at the highest levels of the Rock and Roll entertainment industry. New York born photographer, Harrison has been shooting entertainment, fashion, and advertising for nearly two decades. He has photographed some of the biggest stars of stage and screen for publications such as LIFE, Time, Newsweek, Rolling Stone, Spin, TV Guide, USA Today, and Paris Match since the ‘80s.
He is well-known as Michael Jackson’s personal photographer throughout the height of his career and after Michael’s passing in June 2009 was responsible for producing the programme book and on-stage/on-air visuals seen around the world at his Memorial Service. Harrison has also photographed some of the world’s best known faces, including Janet Jackson, The Rolling Stones, U2, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Amy Winehouse, John Travolta, Johnny Depp, Barack Obama, and Nelson Mandela.
Portrait Lighting - 2019 class
As Michael Jackson's personal photographer, Harrison Funk will show how to photograph portraits of the stars at the highest levels of the Rock and Roll entertainment industry. New York born photographer, Harrison has been shooting entertainment, fashion, and advertising for nearly two decades. He has photographed some of the biggest stars of stage and screen for publications such as LIFE, Time, Newsweek, Rolling Stone, Spin, TV Guide, USA Today, and Paris Match since the ‘80s.
He is well-known as Michael Jackson’s personal photographer throughout the height of his career and after Michael’s passing in June 2009 was responsible for producing the programme book and on-stage/on-air visuals seen around the world at his Memorial Service. Harrison has also photographed some of the world’s best known faces, including Janet Jackson, The Rolling Stones, U2, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Amy Winehouse, John Travolta, Johnny Depp, Barack Obama, and Nelson Mandela.
Earl Nottingham
The Art of Landscape Photography - 2022 class
For over 40 years, Earl has been telling the story of Texas and much of the American Southwest through his photography. He is considered one of Texas' preeminent photographers and has been published in National Geographic Traveler, Smithsonian Guide to America, Texas Monthly, Texas Highways and Texas Parks and Wildlife magazine.
The Art of Landscape Photography - 2022 class
For over 40 years, Earl has been telling the story of Texas and much of the American Southwest through his photography. He is considered one of Texas' preeminent photographers and has been published in National Geographic Traveler, Smithsonian Guide to America, Texas Monthly, Texas Highways and Texas Parks and Wildlife magazine.
Todd White
Studio Lighting - 2019 class
Wanting to learn about studio lighting in the context of editorial and fashion style shooting without breaking the bank - this is the right course for you. Join Todd White as you will learn how to create dramatic and interesting portraits with ONE LIGHT. The concepts learned in this class can be applied to portraits, editorial, e-commerce and product photography.
Todd is a multi Emmy Award winner for the Daytripper on PBS and is an Ambassador for Lumix. His work has been published in Vogue, British Vogue, Elle, The Wall Street Journal, Texas Monthly, Texas Highways and many many more.
Studio Lighting - 2019 class
Wanting to learn about studio lighting in the context of editorial and fashion style shooting without breaking the bank - this is the right course for you. Join Todd White as you will learn how to create dramatic and interesting portraits with ONE LIGHT. The concepts learned in this class can be applied to portraits, editorial, e-commerce and product photography.
Todd is a multi Emmy Award winner for the Daytripper on PBS and is an Ambassador for Lumix. His work has been published in Vogue, British Vogue, Elle, The Wall Street Journal, Texas Monthly, Texas Highways and many many more.
Linda Nickell
Social Media class, Let's Instagram! - 2022 class
Instagram is the most popular photo-sharing app, but it's more than “likes,” “followers,” and “selfies” — it’s an opportunity to connect, to share your favorite subject, take a trip from the comfort of your armchair, and can even help promote your business. This presentation focuses on how you can use Instagram to improve your own photographic skills, to create stronger content, and to make new friends along the way.
Linda Nickell was named as a “Top 25 Texas Travel Photographers to Follow on Instagram” by texashighways.com. A native Texan, Linda spends her free time traveling along Texas backroads, national parks, and anywhere her passport finds interesting.
Instagram: @coznlinda lindanickell.com
Social Media class, Let's Instagram! - 2022 class
Instagram is the most popular photo-sharing app, but it's more than “likes,” “followers,” and “selfies” — it’s an opportunity to connect, to share your favorite subject, take a trip from the comfort of your armchair, and can even help promote your business. This presentation focuses on how you can use Instagram to improve your own photographic skills, to create stronger content, and to make new friends along the way.
Linda Nickell was named as a “Top 25 Texas Travel Photographers to Follow on Instagram” by texashighways.com. A native Texan, Linda spends her free time traveling along Texas backroads, national parks, and anywhere her passport finds interesting.
Instagram: @coznlinda lindanickell.com
Robert McGee
Artificial lighting guide 101 - 2023 class
Take a look into the attributes of light, color of light, continuous light and strobes for today’s modern photographers and videographers with Robert McGee's “Artificial lighting guide 101.”
Artificial lighting guide 101 - 2023 class
Take a look into the attributes of light, color of light, continuous light and strobes for today’s modern photographers and videographers with Robert McGee's “Artificial lighting guide 101.”